Astron Energy Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate or Postgraduate studies, within the following fields

• Data Analytics
• Engineering: Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (BSc or BEng only – not BTech)
• IT: Information Technology and Computer Science
• Finance: Accounting, General Finance and Commerce
• Financial Information Systems
• Internal Audit
• Marketing
• Risk Management

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be under 35 years old
• Be have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification within one of the fields listed above (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, Masters, Honours)
• Be studying towards your qualification-level for the first time (you must NOT be repeating a degree)
• Be studying at any registered higher education institution in South Africa (including private/ community colleges and TVETS)
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% for the last full academic year
• Not be employed full-time

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Textbooks
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Monthly allowances

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Full Tertiary Academic Records for all years of tertiary study (certified copy)
• Latest academic transcripts (or official institution report) (certified copy)
• Official University Fee Statements (if living off-campus, include lease agreement)
• Proof of other bursary awards or NSFAS – bursary agreement/ letter/ offer (if applicable)
• Parents or guardians ID documents or death certificates if deceased (certified copies)
• Applicants under 18 years old: signed consent form completed by your parent or guardian
• If disabled: Doctors’ Letter and Department of Labour Employment Equity Act (EEA1) Form
• Motivational letter to support your application (1 to 2 pages) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Comprehensive CV of work experience and background (read our tips on how to write a CV)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Astron Energy Bursary Application 2027

   Applications must be submitted online at: Astron Energy Bursary Application 2027

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around October. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Astron Energy

Astron Energy is a South African fuel company that operates the Caltex service station network and a crude oil refinery in Cape Town.